Overview
Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Panama City, FL at Parkway Animal Hospital
Description
Our hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital.
The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Assistant helps during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Veterinary Assistants also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files.
Applicants must demonstrate professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task. Our next team member will be an energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills. Must be willing to work flexible hours and some weekends.
Ideal Candidate
Will have an upbeat, friendly, and professional attitude
Be compassionate/caring
Can work individually, as well as on a team
Excellent communication skills, a sense of urgency, and working harmoniously with team mates is required
Prior experience preferred
Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise
Prior Customer Service Experience
Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
401k Match
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Six (6) weeks of paid Parental Leave
One (1) Work/Life Balance day off
Short-term and long-term disability options
Supplemental insurance options
Discounted Veterinary Care
Scrub allowance
Hands-on and E-training
Professional growth opportunities
Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students
About Parkway Animal Hospital
Parkway Animal Hospital, located in beautiful Panama City, Florida, is a fast-paced, multi-doctor small animal hospital just five miles from the beach! We have proudly served the Panama City community for many years, building a loyal clientele base that includes small animal, exotic, and wildlife patients. Our facility is well-equipped to provide high-quality care, featuring ultrasound, therapy lasers, multiple surgery tables, several anesthetic machines, a dental machine, and digital x-rays. Following a renovation in 2018, our practice offers a beautiful and serene environment for our clients, patients, and team members.
Title: Veterinary Assistant
Company: Parkway Animal Hospital
Location: Panama City, FL
